Simone Ledet – “ghost”-From the opening guitar strum of this song, I was awestruck. There’s a captivating energy here that pulls me in right from the start. The energy of the song is simultaneously rising, while feeling a bit held back. The chorus, …
Did the Folk Singers of Yesteryear Prefer Steel or Nylon Strings?
Discover why Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and folk revival icons chose steel-string guitars over nylon. Explore the construction differences and how this choice shaped the history of acoustic music.
Three excellent brand new indie rock tracks that will have you jamming through the rest of the year
Andrew Cushin – “Goodbye”-If you’re a fan of hard driving pop rock energy, definitely check out this new song from Andrew Cushin. The electric guitars are lush, providing a full sound that feels satisfying without being shrill or overbearing. The expressive lyrical work …
Three expressive new tracks in the alt country and Americana realm
Ryan Dart – “If Love Don’t Break You”-This is a wonderful track with just the right amount of sentimentality to make it soar. The lyrics are about how love songs can feel really good if its for or about you, but it can …
Three outstanding new indie folk tunes that will have you wanting to cozy up with a good book and a cup of tea
Jason Piquette – “Aspen”-There’s something about Jason Piquette’s whispery vocal style that makes this song feel insanely cozy. The easy going acoustic guitar work here sets a lovely mood and the vocal keeps it nice and chill. The repeated lyric, “as long as …
Three exceptionally good tracks at the intersection of folk and Americana that you’ll be telling all your friends about soon
Marley Hale – “The Ballad of Spider John”-If you’re a fan of carefully picked acoustic guitars and delightful lead vocals, definitely give this track a spin. It’s a narrative, sure, but it’s also got this cathartic energy to it that feels like sitting …
Three excellent folk singer songwriters that will stop you in your tracks this mid-June
Joseph G. Thompson – “Belong Here”-I don’t always relate to people singing about life as a musician, on the road and all that. But I’ll tell you what, I believe Joseph G. Thompson that he’d rather live his life out on the road. …
Three new indie rock tracks that will energize your weekend
Charismatics – “ONE MORE NIGHT”-If you’re a fan of up tempo indie rock, definitely click play on this track from Charismatics. There’s a genuine energy to the track that hits right from the start. I’m not exactly sure what’s happening with the chords …
Three brand new bluegrass tunes that will remind you that this classic genre is alive and well
Sad Daddy – “Let’s Go Fishin’”-I haven’t been fishin’ for a while, but it is one of those timeless activities that we could sing about a lot. This song has some lovely vocal harmonies, an outstanding banjo, and a nice meandering rhythm that, …
Three wonderful new Americana tracks that will have you thinking about the old days
Brittany Ann Tranbaugh – “When Our Timing’s Right”-I’ve been a fan of Tranbaugh’s new age honkytonk flavor for a few years now. There’s something about the characteristic charm in the vocal itself that definitely stands out. The overall composition style feels like a …
